--- product_id: 5579613 title: "MAA Grosse Messer" brand: "cold steel" price: "59363 kr" currency: ISK in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 category: "Cold Steel" url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/5579613-maa-grosse-messer store_origin: IS region: Iceland --- # Leather scabbard with blued steel fittings 1055 Carbon Steel - durable & sharp 81 cm blade length MAA Grosse Messer **Brand:** cold steel **Price:** 59363 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🗡️ Own the legacy of the true journeyman’s blade — sharp, sturdy, and unapologetically authentic! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** MAA Grosse Messer by cold steel - **How much does it cost?** 59363 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/5579613-maa-grosse-messer) ## Best For - cold steel enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cold steel brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Ready for Action:** Ambidextrous rosewood handle with full tang construction ensures superior grip and balance. - • **Collector’s Pride:** Comes with a premium leather scabbard featuring blued steel fittings for secure, stylish carry. - • **Masterful Craftsmanship:** Forged from resilient 1055 carbon steel for unmatched durability and edge retention. - • **Authentic German Heritage:** Inspired by the historic Gross Messer, blending simplicity with lethal elegance. - • **Battle-Tested Reliability:** Trusted by martial artists and collectors alike for sharpness, strength, and authenticity. ## Overview The MAA Grosse Messer is a historically inspired German-style sword featuring an 81 cm blade forged from tough 1055 carbon steel. Designed for durability and sharpness, it boasts a full tang rosewood handle for balanced, ambidextrous use. The sword is paired with a thick leather scabbard with blued steel fittings, making it a perfect blend of functional weaponry and collector’s elegance. ## Description The Man at Arms was a stalwart and dependable fighter who exhibited great martial prowess with a range of weapons. He was a capable and competent warrior who was the veteran of many conflicts and was often first into the fray. Although he was not a Knight, he fought and trained alongside them as a brother in arms. To honor these rugged, reliable, salt-of-the-earth warriors we have created a range of true journeyman’s weapons that we have called the Man at Arms Collection. Review: Elegance, Quality, Simplicity - The Gross Messer was a sword born out of a desire to deprive a citizenry of the right to arm themselves. Its design was originally intentionally simplistic in order to get around the idea that it was a sword instead of just a "Big Knife"; the distinction that allowed its wilder to legally carry it. This version pays homage to the origin of the Gross Messer in a simple but elegant design coupled with quality construction. A working man's sword if you will. The simplicity may be deceptive to some who primarily collect display swords (nothing wrong with that at all) and may not necessarily be aware of this blades origins. It is primarily for those folk that I say this. This is an exclent blade, worthy of any collection. It is strong, sharp and well made. On the blade I received all the fittings were tight (nothing rattles or moves), the lines are clean, it was well forged and unblemished. It arrived oiled and bagged to protect the blade quality. The oil comes off easily with a micro fiber towel in a few passes. The scabbard is thick, hardened leather with blued metal fixtures (also oiled) and fits the blade snugly. I am happy to finally have one of these in my collection. 100% happy with my purchase. Already planning my next Cold Steel buy, specifically a smaller single handed messer to compliment this one. Review: Best sword in my collection - I love the MMA grosse messer. It is insanely sharp, and it cuts better than any other melee weapon in my collection. The MMA blackened version took me awhile to warm up to, but now that I own a few of them, that's all I'll be buying from now on. I bought the regular bright Cold Steel Grosse Messer and the blade broke in half the first week. It cost $50 more than the MMA version and it didn't last a week. I replaced it with the MMA and I'm much happier with the MMA model. Stainless steel looks pretty, but it's brittle. MMA is more durable, and takes an edge better. Unless you are only interested in an ornamental sword, MMA is better. The MMA handle is also constructed correctly (full tang, with the edges visible along the length of the handle). The bright version did not have that; I can't speak to whether the tang runs the full length of the handle, but it definitely was not as wide as the handle because it wasn't visible along the edges, and that makes it inauthentic. An authentic grosse messer must have a knife handle, which is what makes a messer different from a sword. Cold Steel got it right with the MMA grosse messer. I also am not certain that the bright one that broke was actually made by Cold Steel. It was represented as being manufactured by Cold Steel when I bought it on desertcart, but I suspect it may have been a counterfeit. This is a general gripe that I have with Cold Steel melee weapons: they don't say Cold Steel on them, so who knows if they are counterfeit or not? At any rate, I'm happy with the MMA version. ## Features - The Man at Arms was a stalwart and dependable fighter who exhibited great martial prowess with a range of weapons. He was a capable and competent warrior who was the veteran of many conflicts and was often first into the fray. - Steel: 1055 Carbon - The carbon content and lean alloy of this shallow hardening steel make this a very sturdy material that avoids a lot of the brittleness commonly associated with higher carbon materials. - Leather Scabbard with Blued Steel Fittings. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00HZIJ7ZO | | Best Sellers Rank | #428,985 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #702 in Martial Arts Swords | | Blade Length | 81 Centimeters | | Blade Material | Carbon Steel | | Blade Material Type | Carbon Steel | | Brand | Cold Steel | | Brand Name | Cold Steel | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 80 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00705442011101 | | Hand Orientation | Ambidextrous | | Handle Material | Rosewood | | Included Components | Leather Scabbard with Blued Steel Fittings. | | Item Dimensions L x W | 45.6"L x 10.5"W | | Item Type Name | Sword | | Item Weight | 1 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | GSM LLC | | Manufacturer Part Number | 88GMSM | | Model Number | 88GMSM | | Product Style | German | | Style | German | | UPC | 705442011101 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | Knives & Blades: We stand behind our products 100%. We subject them to the highest standards in the industry and strive to make each as perfect as possible. We warrant that this product is free of defects in workmanship and materials. This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear, resharpening, damage caused by misuse, lack of normal maintenance, or disassembly. Remember, anything can break or… | ## Product Details - **Blade Length:** 81 Centimeters - **Blade Material:** Carbon Steel - **Brand:** Cold Steel - **Handle Material:** Rosewood - **Style:** German ## Images ![MAA Grosse Messer - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71n6ljLbENL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What sets the MMA grossed messer from the normal one?** A: Its blued. I like to buy the cheaper MAA versions, then remove the bluing with vinegar and then polish it myself with Brasso. It saves money and feels good to do. Its remarbably easy to do as well. Makes you wonder how the bluing process is cheaper than somebody spending 10 minutes on the metal bits with a polishing rag or wheel, but for the price, im certainly not complaining. **Q: Can you wield this sword with one hand?** A: I mean it's possible but it won't be as nimble as a lighter longsword. **Q: Rumors of loose guards.. Any truth?** A: The scales on the handle are loose. The guard is welded **Q: How is the pommel screw tightened? Im guessing its a specialized tool.** A: Not as specialized as you would think, I was able to fabricate one out of A large flat head screwdriver bit with a rotary tool, but I'm sure if you looked around enough you would find the proper bit for it maybe through craftsman , snap on ,husky etc. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Elegance, Quality, Simplicity *by C***I on August 24, 2025* The Gross Messer was a sword born out of a desire to deprive a citizenry of the right to arm themselves. Its design was originally intentionally simplistic in order to get around the idea that it was a sword instead of just a "Big Knife"; the distinction that allowed its wilder to legally carry it. This version pays homage to the origin of the Gross Messer in a simple but elegant design coupled with quality construction. A working man's sword if you will. The simplicity may be deceptive to some who primarily collect display swords (nothing wrong with that at all) and may not necessarily be aware of this blades origins. It is primarily for those folk that I say this. This is an exclent blade, worthy of any collection. It is strong, sharp and well made. On the blade I received all the fittings were tight (nothing rattles or moves), the lines are clean, it was well forged and unblemished. It arrived oiled and bagged to protect the blade quality. The oil comes off easily with a micro fiber towel in a few passes. The scabbard is thick, hardened leather with blued metal fixtures (also oiled) and fits the blade snugly. I am happy to finally have one of these in my collection. 100% happy with my purchase. Already planning my next Cold Steel buy, specifically a smaller single handed messer to compliment this one. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best sword in my collection *by H***F on August 3, 2022* I love the MMA grosse messer. It is insanely sharp, and it cuts better than any other melee weapon in my collection. The MMA blackened version took me awhile to warm up to, but now that I own a few of them, that's all I'll be buying from now on. I bought the regular bright Cold Steel Grosse Messer and the blade broke in half the first week. It cost $50 more than the MMA version and it didn't last a week. I replaced it with the MMA and I'm much happier with the MMA model. Stainless steel looks pretty, but it's brittle. MMA is more durable, and takes an edge better. Unless you are only interested in an ornamental sword, MMA is better. The MMA handle is also constructed correctly (full tang, with the edges visible along the length of the handle). The bright version did not have that; I can't speak to whether the tang runs the full length of the handle, but it definitely was not as wide as the handle because it wasn't visible along the edges, and that makes it inauthentic. An authentic grosse messer must have a knife handle, which is what makes a messer different from a sword. Cold Steel got it right with the MMA grosse messer. I also am not certain that the bright one that broke was actually made by Cold Steel. It was represented as being manufactured by Cold Steel when I bought it on Amazon, but I suspect it may have been a counterfeit. This is a general gripe that I have with Cold Steel melee weapons: they don't say Cold Steel on them, so who knows if they are counterfeit or not? At any rate, I'm happy with the MMA version. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wizard worthy *by D***I on January 23, 2025* This sword knows the secret of steel! is so much nicer and bigger in person! Razor sharp and asking to cut and stab all within sword reach. Cuts full gallon jugs in half with barely any aggression. It's what a druid or wizard needs for a battle worthy reliable friend in battle. It's works perfect for cutting pizza and watermelon in times of feast. It has some solid weight to the blade begs for crushing yo ur enemies, the feel and a great grip that women will love as they are driven before me. All leading to a perfect lamitation in the long run. Will recommend for quests and sagas in the future. ## Frequently Bought Together - Cold Steel MAA Grosse Messer,Black - Cold Steel MAA Messer --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.is/products/5579613-maa-grosse-messer](https://www.desertcart.is/products/5579613-maa-grosse-messer) --- *Product available on Desertcart Iceland* *Store origin: IS* *Last updated: 2026-07-06*